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WSIU's Listening Project: Susan Stickel & Mary Eubanks

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Benton Public Library Director Susan Stickel and longtime library volunteer Mary Eubanks take part in WSIU's Listening Project

Today's story comes from Susan Stickel and Mary Eubanks.  Susan is the Director of the Benton Public Library and Mary is a former employee and longtime volunteer.  They recently took part in the Listening Project where they talked about some of the history of the library.  

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Benton Library Director Susan Sticker and longtime library volunteer Mary Eubanks take part in the Listening Project.

Their story was recorded as part of the 100th Anniversary of the Benton Public Library. 

WSIU's Listening Project chronicles the history of the region by connecting people with place through their stories.  You can here more Listening Project stories here.

Jeff Williams is the Associate Director for Radio and Station Manager for WSIU Radio. Jeff is a native of southern Illinois and has been in broadcasting for 30 years. Contact WSIU Radio at 618-453-6101 or email wsiuradio@wsiu.org
Kevin Boucher is a retired broadcaster. Most recently he was a news reporter for WSIU radio. He grew up watching nature programs including Mutual of Omaha’s wild kingdom and the many Jacques Cousteau specials which sparked his passion with nature. Kevin also is an avid hiker and loves seeing and writing stories about the many fascinating plants and animals we share our planet with. Kevin is married and has lived in Murphysboro since 1976, after living in many places, including Japan, as the son of a Navy officer.


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